Zehnder's of Frankenmuth Reviews

Way over priced. We were seated next to the piano, and could not even talk to one another.

Great place the only problem is lot people hang around the hall that the bathroom. Make it hard to go down to use the restroom.

This is a good Restaurant 2 eat at. All the food is Homemade.

Good comfort food, efficient and pleasant service. Great venue for a large group of family or friends.

the atmosphere was quaint. The prices were outrageously high. The server actually touched our food with her hands. The service was good and everyone was friendly but I would not go there again.

We have been coming to Frankenmuth all of my life, and Zehnder's is always on my must-do list. The food is amazing in the atmosphere itself has a way of making you feel great. The wait staff is very attentive and cater well to little kids if you bring the whole family. I highly recommend this place

A veritable cornucopia of good food and great service from Shanna.

If you're looking for Christmas ANYTHING, it IS here! This place is huge!

food great and special
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Went and ate there today and had to wait almost 45 minutes for the food to arrive! Pretty sad you have to wait that long for food compared to the other restaurants in the area!

$27 per person. Yikes! Yes, it's all you can eat, but the food is mediocre. There's an overall lack of flavor in the side dishes, such as the stuffing & noodle soup. For the price paid, I expected REAL mashed potatoes and not the instant ones they served. As for the chicken... I'm not sure what you would call the "breading" they use but again, lack of flavor. Is it baked or fried? I really couldn't tell. The decor is old and outdated. I don't understand why people are willing to wait 2 hours for a table. Maybe 1st time tourists? Skip this tourist trap and use your money for a less expensive meal at ANY other restaurant in the area.

Surprisingly good. Usually do Bavarian. This was very good

The chicken had no flavor and it took over a hour to get food. The food basically tasted like a horrible nursing home and so expensive for really bad food. Will never try that place again. The hotel is amazing just don t waste time getting the food at Zenders. Everyone who says the chicken is amazing is lying!! Literally taste like they took chicken cooked it and no seasoning and it s so dry. Popeyes has better chicken. The lady who served us must hate her job it showed.

Over worked staff which causes rude behavior. Messed up orders for food at zenders.

Excellent service and the food was really good! The staff was really nice and always helpful. They seem to genuinely want you to have a great experience. I couldn't have been happier with our experience!

Love this city, love the food. Never had bad service.

I have been going there since I was little. Just love it. The atmosphere is great and the food is better. Don't forget the stollen bread.

Very friendly place. Had the chicken pot pie for lunch. I would say stay clear from that. It is mostly crust. Nice Shoppes. People very very nice.

Amazing food, decor, and employees. I had an amazing time.

We go to Frankenmuth at least two to three times a year, just a short drive for us and we really enjoy it. All the shops, homemade fudge and salt water taffy, and they have their very own cheese store.There is just so much to see and do!!

We were very dissatisfied with the food,,,it was cold and tough and tastless,, we brought it home and threw it out.

Down home southern kitchen feeling. Friendly atmosphere with delicious food. Liked the family style with unlimited refills and you are able to take left overs home. Chicken is very tastey has a thicker more floury breading than neighbor across the street. Great for families and large groups! Made to handle the masses.

If i had the money i would come to this place more often. I love this place and also have the perks card which helps us save in the long run!

Exellect food every i love coming to this place all the time

Great chicken dinners, prime rib not so good, but I should have not ordered something they aren't known for. Fantastic place for family gatherings.

We have been eating here for over 30 years. The food is always consistent. The service is always attentive and prompt. A stop at Zehnder's several times a year is always a must!

Very slow service, chicken was bland, won't be back

Always a family favorite, and this time did not disappoint. All Covid 19 protocols being followed. Family Style Summer Bonus included Spare Ribs for the Summer. Also added Out Door Seating on the Grand Front Porch. Awesome Experience!

Absolutely fabulous selection of delicious desserts and great coffee

I always love going here :) great food, great staff, great environment, over all a great place

If you want amazing fried chicken then this is where you have to go. Amazing food

Good food. The party I was with wanted corn or green beans instead of brussel sprouts. I ended up eating the sprouts . They were ok. I never had them before.

First time visit this evening. The service staff is 5-star. We made reservations for 4 people the day before and were promptly seated when we arrived on time. That was much appreciated. The building is very nice with large waiting area. Our server took great care of us all night. The appetizers are 3-star. Unfortunately the chicken is 1-star. Very little flavor, dry, bland, lacking the juice you would expect to pour out of hot, freshly fried chicken. Sausages were tasty but cost extra. Mashed potatoes and gravy and stuffing weren t bad. Soft serve ice cream twist was my favorite. You won t go hungry if you bring a big appetite. Just wish the world famous fried chicken lived up to its billing.

I go for the experience. It worth it just not a fan of the food. Love the service

Best fried chicken ever!!! You won't need to eat for a week after the buffet .

Service outstanding. Famous chicken dinner very good!!!Felt safe there, masks, social distancing, lots of cleaning. Will return soon

This place was awesome and I thoroughly enjoyed my dinner there.

I rarely give bad reviews, but I had to say something here. Nice people, but the food is... mediocre at best. Bland, tons of carbs, weak in vegetables, and the chicken was nothing to talk about. At $26 a dinner, it's a deal if you just want to shovel a bunch of bland food in your mouth. Otherwise not anywhere near a reasonable value. I forgot how bad it was. Never again. There are other places to explore.

Such great food and experience! The downstairs area is fun to shop in and has a unique selection of gifts baked goods and a whole lot more! (:

Always enjoy a trip to Frankenmuth and lunch or dinner at Zehnders. Yummy chicken and all the fixings.

Very touristy place. Food is not really German but okay. But definitely a funny location to see.

Love their food ..but very pricey..
$79 for my wife and I... and we just drank water...
I didn't know it was going to be $30 a piece..

Fantastic place! A must visit if in the area. The Family style chicken dinner will be one of your most memorable meals ever!

Worst chicken I've ever eaten!
The chicken is tasteless and tough the rest of the meal was just ok at least you could eat it we were there on 8/4/20

We were not impressed with the at all. Hit up a soul food spot.

I love this place me and a friend of mine go every year for our birthday

For the price they expect for world famous chicken, I expected more. I honestly don't ask much salt pepper some sort of flavor? What I got was dry and extremely bland. The table we were placed at was sticky to the point of being disgusting. Halfway through the meal I realized, we had the only table without a table cloth. Trust me it was nasty. On the bright side, we didn't pay full price because of the free birthday meal. If we did pay full price I would of knocked another star off the rating. Now for the best part of the meal. All of the sides are absolutely awesome. Are waitress was nice but she seemed overextended, so waiting for things like water took awhile.

Everything just tastes so good!! And the service always comes with a smile

What can I say!! Took my wife and 2 of my adult kids there for dinner. 1st visit for all of us and we loved it!! Cant wait for our next visit with more family..

Food is okay, nothing to special. Confusing building. We went to get a small lunch and they have a host stand right when you walk into the building so we asked for a table. When they sat us the menu was limited with only big food items or all you can eat. We mentioned to our server that we only wanted something light and he said we could split meals. So that's what we did. Then we overhear the table next to us ask for a lunch menu, which no one told us about. Then after we are done we go look around and find a cafe in the bottom part of the building. The employees there are not helpful and also service was very slow. Lesson learned - ASK ABOUT LUNCH OPTIONS/CAFE if you want a light lunch.

Good food and good service.
Server was Tyler.

It's always a great place to visit and shop.friendly and if you need a boost in holiday spirit

Been going here for over 20 years without a disappointment!!! Best place in town! Love you, Zehnder's!! Thank you........

Ordered a cake 6 days in advance for an event, just a 6" with colorful frosting. My event was on a Tuesday and they waited until the Saturday afternoon before telling me they were unable to do the cake. Really disappointed in the timing, as I had to rush around to try and find another bakery to do a cake last minute. I have liked their cakes in the past, I will try ordering again, giving significant notice of timing and change my review if applicable. Wish they would have told me sooner that they were unable to do the cake.

They have newer options in Buffet room on lower level. We have gone there last 2 times, instead of Bavarian.

Went there for a family gathering. My first time despite visiting Frankenmuth many times. We all had the Sunday all you can eat buffet. The selection of items were pretty standard with meats, salads and side dishes. Server brought drinks, soup, bread and dessert to the table and was attentive and personable. The atmosphere was nice and despite the large crowds fairly quiet. Overall the food was good but nothing stood out as great. The value for your money is questionable unless you plan on stuffing yourself. Otherwise for over $30 a head with gratuity, I could think of better options. Still it was nice to experience it once.

Great experience! Waiter & service outstanding. Had dinner in the tap room.

Good food. My wife really likes the fried Chicken liver's.

Delicious. Excellent service. Always enjoy going to Zehnder's. We went for my grandmother's 90th birthday and had a very enjoyable time.

The shop downstairs has great pastries and candies.

The chicken dinner was excellent. A great birthday treat.